The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

Marriage was never meant to be lived alone — and neither was faith. In this week's Marriage Minute, Dave Willis reminds us that the Christian life is built on community: encouraging one another, praying for one another, and doing life together. And it all starts with you and your spouse. Tune in for this quick dose of encouragement, then come back Monday for the full episode of The Naked Marriage Podcast! Learn more at http://nakedmarriagepodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being strong for your spouse doesn't mean saving them. It means standing beside them through everything. Listener question: My wife neve wants to do anything around the house. I'm the one who makes all the income and I feel like she expects me to do most of the housework too. I feel like I don't have a partner. What do I do? Submit your questions to Dave & Ashley: http://nakedmarriagepodcast.com Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry. Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry. The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas. Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Financial unity is about shared access, shared decisions, and shared responsibility. Listener question: We are saving money for a house and living temporarily with my parents. My husband hates this living arrangement and it's starting to take a toll on our marriage. What should we do? Submit your questions to Dave & Ashley: http://nakedmarriagepodcast.com Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry. Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry. The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas. Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Candid conversation about how to talk about sex and why couples avoid it. Practical ideas for scheduling intimacy, handling mismatched desire, and creating consent-based rhythms. Discussion of life seasons that change sexual connection and resources for healing from porn, postpartum challenges, and sexual aversion.

Family relationships can be a blessing, but they can also quietly strain a marriage. Listener question: My husband has a fetish and only wants to make love if I'm wearing certain items. What should I do? Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry. ‍ Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry. ‍ The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas. Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many couples want the same things but don't know how to communicate it without creating distance. Listener question: I'm feeling attracted to one of my husband's friends. I hate that I have this attraction. What should I do? Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Learn more about Dave & Ashley at http://daveandashley.com ---- Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry. ‍ The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's not about changing your spouse but about choosing honesty, humility, and care that helps each of you be at your best. Listener question: My husband has been having an affair and still reaches out to the other woman. What do I do? Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave and Ashley are joined by XO Marriage founder Jimmy Evans, who shares his own story of believing he married the wrong person and what ultimately changed his marriage. Listener question: My wife's brother is always asking us for money... Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this relaunch episode, Dave and Ashley share what's ahead for the podcast and the vision for this new season. Listener question: My wife is obsessed with our kids...how can I get my wife back? Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Naked Marriage Podcast returns with NEW episodes on Monday, February 16! The Naked Marriage invites couples to uncover God’s design for lifelong love. Through honest, faith-centered conversations, hosts Dave and Ashley Willis talk openly about challenges couples often face but rarely talk about. With wisdom, vulnerability, and humor, they offer fresh perspectives and practical ways to build a deeply connected marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices